Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2004 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 15 (53% pass rate). It has 112,366 miles on the clock, averaging 5,136 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 W10 Naturally Aspirated engine is known for w10b16a and cylinder head cracking.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 OSG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,366 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,136 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
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W10B16A
Cylinder head cracking
Cracks develop in the head, leading to compression loss and oil burning.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 OSG |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 OSG
What car is FM53 OSG?
FM53 OSG is an black Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 OSG?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 OSG was 112,366 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 OSG passed its MOT?
FM53 OSG has had 32 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (17 passes, 15 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2022.
Is FM53 OSG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 OSG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM53 OSG?
FM53 OSG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.